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doggie home ec. part 2noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-40135175020869759792007-12-18T23:46:00.000-06:002008-12-09T09:39:16.083-06:00

We made up a huge supply of turkey patties. They are not as perfectly formed as the fancy storebought kind, but just as healthy and much less $$.Ingredients-* collard greens and carrots:* 15 pounds of ground turkey that needs to defrost and be cleaned. I cleaned the turkey with hot hot water and apple cider vinegar before using.* Puree the vegetables. I always add a big splash of apple cider

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-21394545575683061592007-12-18T23:36:00.000-06:002008-12-09T09:39:17.021-06:00

These are collard green cookies. They are a huge hit with Meena and Heidi!Getting set up to roll the cookies...Isn't the dough a lovely shade of green?Cutting out cookies...* please note, i only had the patience to cut out maybe a dozen cookies with the cookie cutters. after that, i just made little balls. :PHot out of the oven...Filled up a vintage fruitcake tin with some xmas cookies.If you

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-50922978130308386462007-12-18T23:21:00.000-06:002008-12-09T09:39:17.764-06:00

This is a great thing to feed your dog if they suffer from UTIs.* 32 ounces of yogurt and 12 ounces of pureed fresh cranberries...* Mix together and serve a couple tablespoons with dinner...* You can also make yogurt & cranberry frozen treats (better in the summer)...* Yogurt frozen treats...yum!

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-78794405920631619702007-12-18T11:51:00.000-06:002008-12-09T09:39:18.018-06:00

Check back later for results and recipes.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1443869535965946402007-12-05T09:04:00.000-06:002007-12-05T09:36:57.714-06:00

For the dogs...* Check out the Etsy Gift Guide for pets here. Also, some of our favs are located on the right hand side of this blog.----->* Super cool stuff at Retro Pup. Love the Eames and Barkcloth dogbeds!* Perhaps some music for your dog...cds available here.* Dog military jackets available here.* Spa packages available at Happy Tails Spa.* Lots of cute stuff at this Dog Pet Boutique. The

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-34237058791578558732007-10-28T22:45:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:19.089-06:00

Ingredients include: one whole chicken, one cup rice, collard greens, carrots and squash.1. Cook the rice according to package directions...2. Wash and chop up the vegetables...3. Put whole chicken into pot, fill with water and cover. Let simmer until the chicken is falling off the bone...4. Strain chicken and save the broth. VERY IMPORTANT-remove all of the chicken bones. Cooked chicken bones

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-50303813646617899142007-10-22T23:31:00.000-05:002007-10-22T23:50:37.915-05:00

* Peanut butter dog recipe here, from Kobe Dog.* Breath buster mint dog cookie recipe here, from The Chocolate Lab.* Hemp dog collar pattern and directions here, from The Modern Pet.* Dog harness vest pattern here, from the Twisted-Cow.* Poop bag holder pattern here, from the Chocolate Lab.* Doggy doughnut recipe here, from Moddog Bakery.* Dog dress pattern here, also from Moddog Bakery.**HGTV

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-27747649366866288162007-09-29T16:18:00.000-05:002007-09-29T16:22:42.707-05:00

You can finally find out what breed your dog is...check it out here. Also, check out this news report from ABC news.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-48232441762998581742007-09-29T16:03:00.000-05:002007-09-29T16:23:46.173-05:00

We are testing out some grain free kibble dog foods that work with a raw food diet. We wanted something for those in between times: when we are out of groceries and need to shop, and for when life gets too hectic to prepare meals. Here are several we're testing...* Solid Gold-Barking at the Moon* Force-dehydrated raw dog food by The Honest Kitchen * Nature's Variety- Raw Instinct* Innova's Evo

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-69885950597732823202007-09-22T21:13:00.000-05:002007-09-22T21:30:34.522-05:00

Bravo! Issues Nationwide Recall of Select Poultry Products for Dogs and Cats, read all about it here.The FDA recommends that everyone follow appropriate pet food handling guidelines when feeding their pets. Read about it here.Lab Tests Find Lead, Other Toxins in Pet Toys Sold at Wal-Mart. Click here for link.Chip Implants Linked to Animal Tumors, click here to read article.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-83836015523937378772007-09-11T22:19:00.000-05:002007-09-11T23:17:58.452-05:00

I found a recent article, in an issue of the Chicago Red Eye, on "green" pet products. Thought I would pass along some of the links. Just click on the names to link to their websites...Spa Products:Cain & AbleCyber CanineSpot Organicsa bit of everything:Earth DoggyPlanet DogOnly Natural PetFood:Austin's Natural PetMerrick Pet CareNatura Pet FoodsCollars, beds & toys:Earth DogSimply FidoWest Paw

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-20071989400665969142007-09-06T11:08:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:19.318-06:00

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kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-20005840754727320562007-09-02T10:18:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:19.633-06:00

Every Sunday morning is oatmeal day at our house. Meena and Heidi love it!I start soaking the oats Saturday night, so they are good and mushy by Sunday morning. This way the oats are easier for the dogs to digest. I usually mix in a tablespoon of yogurt, and drizzle on some blackstrap molasses. Easy peasy!Sunday is sort of their fasting day. They will also get some sort of treat to work on during

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Hello!We are still around, trying to enjoy every last bit of summer here in Chicago. We plan on coming back regularly in the fall with recipes, crafts, news bits, etc. Here are a few things from the summer of 2007:* First of all, Oprah is now feeding her dogs a homemade diet made up of cooked meat, vegies and rice. She did a little segment on one of her shows, click here for info. She got her dog

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-80525706636847636872007-06-03T19:51:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:21.470-06:00

Hey Guys! It's Meena and Heidi. We just want to thank you for keeping our Mom entertained and informed. We think she is starting to go a little bananas, so we're giving her a break. We're even eating STORE BOUGHT dog food, to help her out. We are loving the Nature's Variety raw diets and Evo cans. Hope you all enjoy your summer. We may be around for some random summer school classes, and

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-56249298189710331692007-05-14T19:25:00.000-05:002007-05-14T19:31:38.884-05:00

1. Do Not Buy Your Puppy From a Pet Store That puppy who charmed you through the pet shop window has most likely come from a large-scale, substandard commercial breeding facility, commonly known as a puppy mill. In these facilities, parent dogs are caged and bred as often as possible, and give birth to puppies who could have costly medical problems you might not become aware of until after you

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-84954325393101273472007-05-14T19:20:00.000-05:002007-05-14T19:25:21.552-05:00

Read the new article on yeast overgrowth/candida at the Only Natural Pet Store. Includes symptoms and natural remedies.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-61387909387311438352007-05-01T17:36:00.000-05:002007-05-10T23:42:20.363-05:00

"Filler in Animal Feed Is Open Secret in China", read the entire article here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-22884372613614164782007-04-30T22:39:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:22.555-06:00

Toss the following ingredients into a pot, cover with water, let simmer until veggies are tender and the rice is cooked...2 cups rice1 bag carrots~chopped or pureed1 head broccoli~chopped or pureed1/4 clove of garlic~chopped or pureed (optional)Let cool.Serve as a side dish with your dog's favorite meat or poultry!

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-56395845711275060382007-04-28T16:56:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:22.665-06:00

Pattern for a knitted dog sweater here.Diet pills for dogs, this is just sad to me. Another article here.Read about the cancer dog diet here.Check out the dog food list for information on all the different types of dogfood. Find out what foods are made with only US suppliers, and who outsources to other countries. List of toxic plants for pets here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-75734758794575674672007-04-20T23:10:00.000-05:002007-04-20T23:20:35.617-05:00

I found this completely random website with a section on "Homemade Dog Toys". Well, I couldn't have been more thrilled to find some dog/crafty/fun things to try.Check out the free & easy tutorials:Tug-O-War BallSummertime Outdoor ToyRecycled stuffed animalsBraided Tug ToysBeef Broth Rope

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-59019356565877468922007-04-20T22:50:00.000-05:002007-04-20T23:10:43.017-05:00

I have mentioned this site before, seriously check out The Dog Food Project if you haven't already. This is one of the best sites for any questions you may have regarding dog food. "FDA: Pet food tainting might be intentionalPlastics chemical can make feed appear more protein-rich"...read the article here."The Healthiest Petfood in the World", read about it here. Their products include: Evo,

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-75384433129365911622007-04-18T22:23:00.000-05:002007-04-18T23:26:27.496-05:00

"Natural Balance said it was recalling all its Venison and Brown Rice canned and bagged dog foods, its Venison and Brown Rice dog treats and its Venison and Green Pea dry cat food"...read more here.The new "House Pet Magazine" is out.Some great dog food recipes here.Natural tick and flea care here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-82067428260652605492007-04-12T23:27:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:23.062-06:00

These adorable bandanas are from Jinny's Closet @etsy. Each came with cute buttons, bells, and name charms.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-79119914359560608632007-04-09T22:39:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:23.332-06:00

treat your dog to some hair color, check out these great colors.... i've always wanted a blue or pink poodle.etsy + pets = petsy ~ cool handmade stuff for petstake a look at sock dogs. get little stuffed animals that look like your pet, and help a good cause.one more time...spring associated with liver and gallbladder functionsspring shopping list and liver detox

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-15704830890800965542007-04-06T21:18:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:23.917-06:00

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-19541846021246894222007-04-05T07:08:00.000-05:002007-04-05T07:11:37.127-05:00

YOUR WHOLE PETBigger than you think: The story behind the pet food recallBy Christie Keith, Special to SF GateTuesday, April 3, 2007"The March 16 recall of 91 pet food products manufactured by Menu Foods wasn't big news at first. Early coverage reported only 10-15 cats and dogs dying after eating canned and pouched foods manufactured by Menu. The foods were recalled -- among them some of the

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-2390656760614219012007-04-01T18:53:00.000-05:002007-04-01T18:56:45.258-05:00

If the petfood craziness has got you down, check out this...I could just keep watching it over and over. Not only is Tyson truly amazing, he is also so cute!

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-41430883538717558952007-03-31T19:17:00.000-05:002007-03-31T19:22:52.918-05:00

This is just really awful. Read the new updates here. The list of recalled dog foods just keeps getting longer. Please check here to make sure your pets food isn't on the list.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-55239305059720106652007-03-31T03:05:00.000-05:002007-03-31T09:54:03.730-05:00

"FDA Finds Melamine in Wheat Gluten used by Hill's Pet Nutrition Company Initiates Recall of Dry Cat Food ". More updates here and here.FDA Warns Iams, read about it here. Recipe for an easy home cooked meal for your pets is here.Lola's Thai Twist Kibble recipe here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-6147028832145576282007-03-17T11:07:00.000-05:002007-03-17T11:13:24.173-05:00

Here is the link for the list of dog foods included in the recall, there are almost 50 brands. From the press release, it mentions the recall is for a "cuts and gravy" style pet food in cans and pouches.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-91878979320320946012007-03-16T22:33:00.000-05:002008-12-09T09:39:24.511-06:00

check out these adorable bandanas from Jinny's Closet at Etsy...Also, check it out, my old boss opened up this pretty swanky doggy day care in New York.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-19937898962368724432007-02-24T13:11:00.000-06:002007-02-24T13:36:54.047-06:00

LEBA III & Petzlife~ for cleaning teeth of dogs & catsRead this article~ Holistic Support for Chronic Coughs and Asthma at ONPSSign up for the new Pet Boutique & Spa magazine PetsMo, an online dog forum, has reviews for pet places in your city. Here is Chicago's site.Animal Haus dog beds look very nice. They are located right here in Chicago.Pet Lifeline Home Rescue~ Plan what will happen to your

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-30555425683116417912007-02-15T22:03:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:27:19.534-06:00

Dental Health Care for Your Companionby Dr. Larry SieglerRead the article here.Here is the link for Oxyfresh.com~pet oral healthcare products. Thanks Sandy!

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-19714899665191802782007-02-13T21:46:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:37:24.216-06:00

Kaycee's Life Bowl~ to buy for MeenaScared Poopless ~ to readFlealess Market at Stay dog hotel and spa, in Chicago ~ to check out

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-62749450300029381732007-02-13T21:33:00.000-06:002008-12-09T09:39:24.893-06:00

Check out these great collars the girls got from Jinny's Closet. The bandanas are reverseable with a unique button closure. Check out the shop for super cute stuff for dog, and people too! The headband in the middle is for me :).

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-5713954830304891022007-02-06T14:43:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:40:10.539-06:00

These hot/cold pain relief packs, designed for use on dogs, look like a brilliant idea.Checkout this FURminator video. This tool works great, I use it all the time and love it! It seems to work great on dogs with labrador-like hair, or longer.The new House Pet Magazine is available to read online.New York Dog Days Blog is a fun read. Especially, if you have worked as a dogwalker.See Spot Live

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-65895623208657089402007-02-01T14:44:00.000-06:002008-12-09T09:39:25.032-06:00

Check out Jinny's Closet for great handmade accessories for pets (& people)too. The designer makes wonderful boutique style accessories at affordable prices.The embroidered dog towels at Bumble Bee Crafts are nice.Love this dog collar at The Twisted Cow.These oilcloth dog bone placemats are cute.These poop bag holders at The Chocolate Lab are brilliant. Love the fabric choices. These poop bags by

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-51472005445153153862007-01-25T20:56:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:30:20.835-06:00

When is it Time to See the Vet? Read here to find out.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-31957732398975769312007-01-25T13:44:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:31:22.176-06:00

Our little dog friend, Pooh Bear, just got diagnosed with glaucoma. Right now, he is being treated at Eye Care for Animals . They are treating the glaucoma with eye drops. It's a really scarey time for his mom. When Heidi, our beagle, got diagnosed with glaucoma two and a half years ago, I about had a nervous breakdown. She had to have surgery in one eye. The options were: remove the eye and

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-61860674018509533992007-01-13T22:58:00.000-06:002008-12-09T09:39:25.068-06:00

Check out these new dog collars I'm working on. Right now, I'm making them for a size 14 neck and up...

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1168127566759569322007-01-06T17:48:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:35:55.767-06:00

This is a must read: "Natural Immunity - Supporting Health from the Inside Out"Color your pets hair with this.Check out this site for all sorts of grooming essentials and such.Here are some links for pet holistic healthcare.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1167461078541325732006-12-30T00:42:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:40:56.353-06:00

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1167369795461747302006-12-28T23:20:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:42:11.105-06:00

Only Natural Pet All-in-One Flea Remedy, this looks interesting.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1167369502637452012006-12-28T23:16:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:44:05.958-06:00

Check out this wonderful shelter, Home for Life.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1167369390151627002006-12-28T23:11:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:44:38.006-06:00

NBC Today Show will be showing some highlights of the Groom Expo, specifically creative grooming. It will be on January 2nd from 9-10am.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1166319842516897712006-12-16T19:41:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:46:13.237-06:00

The new Housepet magazine is out and it's definitely a must read. Click here to read the new issue.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1165897812666244472006-12-11T22:26:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:46:55.076-06:00

meena trying out some holiday looks...

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1165558679446139722006-12-08T00:16:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:48:51.762-06:00

Article by Dr. Larry Siegler here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1164933813606795072006-11-30T18:41:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:51:30.576-06:00

Meena & Heidi have two large toy boxes full of toys. One is for inside toys, the other is for outdoor toys. These two are very spoiled. Not only by us, but by their grandparents, aunts & uncles, friends, etc. So, of all their toys, these are their favorites...Apparently, they like fuzzy squeaky obnoxious toys that they can destroy.This year for xmas, I will probably order a bunch of toys from Pet

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1164769739049882172006-11-28T21:07:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:52:42.905-06:00

grocery list:head of broccolihead of lettucethree sweet potatoesa bag of carrotsa few applesa package of cranberriesfresh parsley a package of alfalfa sproutsoatsground flax seed ground beef, chicken or turkey safflower oil with vitamin ewhat to do:clean all of your vegetables...First, I pureed the cranberries. Since they are in season, I buy them in bulk, puree the berries, add vitamin e, and

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1164687339389410992006-11-27T22:12:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:53:43.557-06:00

Hugs for Homeless Animals participate in the snuggles project by helping make blankets for shelter animals.Lucky Penny Hand Made -one of a kind dog sweaters hand knit with high quality wool, wool/mohair, and cashmere.I found these items on Etsy:doggie personals charmcubic zirconia dog bone charmsdry pet shampoopet id tagspoop bag holder that attaches to a leashlittle dog dresses here and here...

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1163476238768403712006-11-13T21:50:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:54:58.670-06:00

OMG, I am completely obsessed with these pet tattoos (thanks, GG for the tip)Check out these lovely hand painted toy boxes and step stoolslove the snugglepuppiesreally want one or two of these leashesTag for dogs, all sorts of excellent products for dogs. The Doggiewasher looks interesting, as well as, the Scoopies...love the Indigo Eve dog collars. is your dog a "girly girl", "boy dog or tomboy"

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1163296954252083862006-11-11T20:02:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:55:27.293-06:00

1 cup warm peanut butter2 cups oats2 tablespoons blackstrap molassesa couple cubes of chicken or beef bouillon1/2 cup hot watera bit of flourgrind the oats into flourwarm the p.b. in the microwaveadd hot water to the bouillon cubesmix all ingredients in a bowl until it forms a doughsprinkle a bread board with flour and roll out the doughlay the dough unto a greased baking panbake for 10 minutes

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1162920533432836982006-11-07T11:28:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:56:27.360-06:00

Our grocery delivery will not be here until Saturday, so this is what we call "left over" week. We have to get creative with what we have in the kitchen or can pick up at the quickie mart. So, lets see what we can throw together this week. * cheeseburgers with a vegetable puree & side of yogurt...Other meal options include:hotdogsscrambled eggs with cheeseoatmeal with yogurtboca burgercottage

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1162630901100989562006-11-04T02:59:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:57:22.738-06:00

@ lands's end.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1162623458566622212006-11-04T00:56:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:59:14.913-06:00

"Using Flower Essences for the Holiday Season", read about it here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1162257051380483672006-10-30T19:10:00.000-06:002007-02-20T11:59:58.224-06:00

dog paw protectorsdog houselist of lots of crafty pet tutorials dog coatreconstructed sweatersflea repellent pillows dog agility coursedog door daybedcheck out these cool shrinky dink dog tags

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1162256838194744322006-10-30T19:06:00.000-06:002007-02-20T12:00:42.188-06:00

Need some last minute Halloween costume ideas for your pet? Check out these photos.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1162076466574947862006-10-28T17:59:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:01:18.774-06:00

This weekend, we stopped by our favorite local pet store to pick up these treats...We happened to walk into their Halloween Party/ Open House. There were lots of little dogs dressed up for a costume contest. There was a huge spread of snacks for humans and dogs, and cocktails for the "moms" & "dads".They also gave out these great gift bags!Thank you Doggy Style!

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1161567340518337712006-10-22T20:29:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:03:05.986-06:00

Some fun things found in the new Chicagoland Tails:this book... and this book...-Jonathan Adler dog bowls and beds.-the canine urban wrap, leather collars and leashes at Urban Hund.-dog coats and parkas at Romy and Jacob.-lots of dog clothes and accessories here and here.-Sherpa dog accessories.-accessories for the preppy dog here.-great dog coats at Oliver's Closet. love the "coco coat".-

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1161107630547169522006-10-17T12:45:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:03:54.039-06:00

I present "Me & Dee's Fall Blend Gazpacho"...made with one butternut squash, a bag of carrots, head of broccoli, carton of cranberries, kale, a couple of apples, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, with a bit of garlic and dollop of yougurt.Puree ingredients. Serve with meat.Enjoy!For a list of in-season vegetables, check out the Guide to fall vegetables.To add more calories, mix in some brown rice.*

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1161049195910269842006-10-16T20:39:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:04:41.953-06:00

I would love to hear more about Green Dog Inc. I love the concept.Love this place, Doggy Style. Just stocked up on these, these, and these.Pancreatitis in Companion Animals, read the article here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1159761745987633252006-10-01T22:56:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:05:32.228-06:00

"a commonly used sweetener might cause liver failure in dogs, and perhaps even kill them.A report in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association appears to strengthen the suspected link between the sugar substitute xylitol, thought to make dogs sick, and possible liver failure.Xylitol, a naturally occurring product, is found in many sugar-free chewing gums, candies, baked goods and

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1159760335328614982006-10-01T22:34:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:06:28.456-06:00

I wonder if these work...

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1159533688815246792006-09-29T07:40:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:07:13.838-06:00

Do you know what your pets do while you're at work??? Click here to find out.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1159299449428940132006-09-26T14:37:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:07:55.277-06:00

Host a dog halloween party. This site has game ideas, party ideas, party ettiquette, recipes and more.Check out this fancy dog party! They had fun activities like finger (or paw) painting, a DJ that played fun dog themed songs, a lovely dog buffet, and a doggy masseuse.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1159297656693309452006-09-26T14:07:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:09:22.312-06:00

Cold weather can mean dry skin for your dog. You can help by serving high quality dog food. You may want to supplement the food with essential fatty acids. Only Natural Pet sells supplements, or you can add certain foods to their diet. Good sources include ground flax seed, flax oil, fish oil, fresh fish or canned fish, nuts, grains, poulty fat, eggs, and more. Check out the Dogfood Project for

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1159064964157637802006-09-23T21:24:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:10:05.711-06:00

1/3 c pureed apples (remove the core and seeds)1/3 c shredded cheddar cheese1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (substitute the flour if your pet has food allergies)1/2 cup oatmeala can of parmesan cheese* preheat oven to 375 degrees* mix ingredients* knead into dough* roll dough out* sprinkle on parmesan cheese* cut with either cookie cutters or pizza cutter* bake for 20 minutes* let cool and serve*

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1157945328606768512006-09-10T22:26:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:11:14.383-06:00

Pattern for a dog t-shirt here.Natural Treatment Options for Urinary Incontinence for Dogs, read the article here.Recipe for frozen dog treats:Mix 2 parts yogurt with one part pureed fruits, vegetables, or peanut butter. Poor into tiny dixie cups and freeze. For small dogs, you can use ice cube trays.Snackshotz look like fun!Tips for Halloween pet safety here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1156620416170655142006-08-26T13:47:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:12:19.986-06:00

I just picked up this peppermint breath spray for the dogs. This batch of dog food is on the garlicky side, so they have garlic breath. This stuff works amazingly well! Plus, they love the taste!Also, I would like to try out the Coat Care Organic Dog Shampoo .We received the new G.W.Little catalog today. These little angel wing harnesses are adorable. Isn't that puppy so sweet?!Love these little

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1156298501999456332006-08-22T20:55:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:14:08.687-06:00

From the Perpetual Kid........this cool bowl and the sushi set.**I have got to order the "take out" bowls...

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1156041095458789992006-08-19T21:31:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:15:24.149-06:00

Wigs for dogs, check it out here. That's crazy! I can't wait to see what my grooming friends think of this.Check out this fun site. It's called "I do dog tricks". You type in commands, and a little Yorkie does the trick.Check out the Pet Web Library for symptoms and info about all different pet illnesses.This looks interesting..."T Touch" massage for pets.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1155555513513810382006-08-14T06:29:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:16:23.950-06:00

Read about the history of dog food here.Read how to treat thyroid disorders with a healthy diet here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1153879676681795592006-07-25T21:06:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:17:45.378-06:00

click here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1152340514947607272006-07-08T01:26:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:20:36.996-06:00

We will be vacationing in Maui for a week. Meena and Heidi will be staying home with a pet sitter.To make things a bit easier for him, I made up individual meals ahead of time:enough food for a week...individual meals...pills hidden in cheese balls...and lots of treats, bully sticks and peanut butter stuffed kongs!

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1152064344444876632006-07-04T20:50:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:21:47.067-06:00

I didn't know that melatonin worked on dogs that have thunderstorm phobias.Click here to learn more...

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1151547376013957112006-06-28T21:15:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:22:28.654-06:00

Found this in the Onion a few years ago. I don't know why, but it makes me laugh every time I read it.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1151204859107170932006-06-24T22:02:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:24:52.951-06:00

Don't remember where I found this ad. Isn't it brilliant? So freakin' cute!

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1150600577251195202006-06-17T22:12:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:25:44.728-06:00

Check out this thread on "frugal" dog grooming. Lots of great ideas for grooming your dog at home.I know this is way out of season, considering it is about 90 degrees, but here is a great basic pattern for dog jackets.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1150568050855777522006-06-17T13:02:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:27:40.253-06:00

Hi my little dog blog. Sorry, didn't mean to forget about you. Here is something that I'm working on...a collection of doggie bandanas, made of recycled pillowcases. I am doing some with stencils and appliques. These will be going out to some friends and maybe on Etsy.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1149823888736811762006-06-08T22:29:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:28:41.284-06:00

click here to read article.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1149216308355391732006-06-01T21:43:00.000-05:002006-06-01T21:45:08.520-05:00

Click here to see the list courtesy of Sojos.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1149215925813632592006-06-01T21:38:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:41:37.585-06:00

Too many of my clients are requesting that I shave their dog's coats for the summer. I really really hate to do it, for the following reasons:1. The fur acts as a natural insulator and protector to the skin. It protects the skin from skin cancer, fleas, mosquitoes, etc.2. After you shave a double coated dog, the hair doesn't grown back the same...bald patches and such.3. It is VERY hard to get

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1148612334128246782006-05-25T21:58:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:47:53.911-06:00

Great article on garlic for dogs here. Here is an excerpt..."...small amounts of garlic not only act as a natural flea repellant, but garlic can be used for its wonderful antifungal and antibacterial properties. It also promotes the production of white blood cells thereby acting as an immune booster for dogs with low or compromised immunity and may benefit dogs with diabetes by helping reduce

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1148409974539891112006-05-23T13:45:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:50:32.411-06:00

Need to learn more about these flea treatment pills called Capstar.Only Natural Pet Herbal Defense Spray natural insect repellent spray for dogs.I am fascinated with Cesar Millan, the "dog whisperer", and his approach to training. I just found out he has a tv show on National Geographic. Apparently, the second season just started. I want to buy the season 1 DVD. Here is his blog. Lots of good

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1148092771813261332006-05-19T21:36:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:52:30.389-06:00

interesting...I like this trend.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1147441093386099892006-05-12T08:28:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:53:39.127-06:00

Natural Alternatives for Arthritis & Joint Stiffnessby Dr. Larry Siegler. Read the article here.Oh, I also read of a new herbal treatment for dogs with arthritis in the Whole Dog Journal. It's seems to be a real miracle worker, and not as dangerous as some of the prescription meds. I forget the name of the product (WDJ copy is at work). I'll post the name of the product later......it's called Dog

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1146612159483037132006-05-02T18:11:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:55:04.658-06:00

I ended up ordering flea repellent, instead of making it.The products from CCN are good quality and reasonably priced. Good essential oils can be quite costly, so it makes more sense just to buy it. We used this repellent last year and it worked wonderfully. It also has a nice light fresh scent.I also love the ear cleaner. It is very gentle and is made with ingredients that help heal.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1146455711143229122006-04-30T22:52:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:57:12.287-06:00

Article by Dr. Larry Siegler on intestinal worms and heartworm.Read the article here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1146149454726588022006-04-27T09:29:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:58:02.375-06:00

I decided to make some food for the dogs using whatever I could find in the kitchen.I have wanted to play around with a meatloaf recipe.Here are the ingredients I used:ground turkeypureed veggies (I used some of the gazpacho)oatseggs* The proportions of ingredients were 60% turkey, 30% veggie mix, and 10% oats. These proportions can be adjusted. Meena and Heidi are on a low grain diet, so we

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1146148127986304162006-04-27T09:27:00.000-05:002007-02-20T12:59:06.919-06:00

Fundraiser for the anti-cruelty society. Click here for more info.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1145972220902767102006-04-25T08:20:00.000-05:002007-02-20T13:00:38.519-06:00

It's that time of year to add some additional herbs to the dog's diets. Last year we used milk thistle and dandelion. You can also get the liver detox tinctures at Whole Foods and other health food stores.We need brewer's yeast with garlic. It's good for the dog's coats and helps deter fleas.Also, some natural flea repellent and sunscreen.I'll either buy some flea repellent from here, or perhaps

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1144772229090957732006-04-11T11:16:00.000-05:002007-02-20T13:04:55.375-06:00

Purina has a new dogfood on the market, Beneful Prepared Meals. You can actually see the ingredients: chunks of meat, vegetables, rice, etc. Looks yummy, even I want to eat it.Also, they come in small reusable plastic containers.It's good to see the dog food companies moving in the right direction.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1144026404303406702006-04-02T19:57:00.000-05:002007-02-20T13:06:31.945-06:00

Sunday night is "special treat night" for Meena and Heidi. Tonight they got bones stuffed with peanut butter. Sometimes it's cheese. Their favorite nights are those with bully sticks or raw meaty bones. They love them, plus it helps keep their teeth clean.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1143917712803240932006-04-01T12:28:00.000-06:002007-02-20T13:09:52.082-06:00

Check out these unique dog accessories at Etsy. Everything is handmade by artists and crafters. Support the arts!Hipster collars and ties. Brilliant! Designed by Dog Child Studios for $25.Wool blankets from Queen Conch for $10.Multi Colored Stretchy Fabric Dog Leash for $20 from jenshipthreads.Pouf Dog Sweater for $16 from hlmiller.Handwoven Dog Collar handmade by Mayan women of UPAVIM (United

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1143379882344918252006-03-26T07:20:00.000-06:002007-02-20T13:11:20.659-06:00

Check out these cool pet accesssories from jewelry designer, Tarina Tarantino.Chain bracelet and leash:Chain and heart pet necklace:Scull hair clip:

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1143311733797287882006-03-25T12:27:00.000-06:002007-02-20T13:13:08.149-06:00

Alternative to Greenies for freshening your dogs breath: Liquid Oral Care.Simply add it to your pet’s daily drinking water. The virtually tasteless and colorless formula works invisibly to clean teeth while fighting plaque, gum disease and odor causing germs. You can find it here.

kristin, k, or mrs snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7519615.post-1143202085513481942006-03-24T06:06:00.000-06:002007-02-20T13:14:32.239-06:00

Article by Dr. Larry Siegler here.

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